Deogarh - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Deogarh is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Deogarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogarh is 474117. The village covers a total geographical area of 874.59 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Deogarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatpipliya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogarh
According to the 2011 Census, Deogarh village had a total population of 3,608 people, including 1,841 males and 1,767 females, living in 760 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 79.27% and female literacy at 55.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 865, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 517.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,608 | 1,841 | 1,767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 254 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 865 | 437 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 517 | 252 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 2,119 | 1,258 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 583 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Deogarh
Deogarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shamshabad | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Palasi | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Bhatoni | West | 2.66 km |
| Badiyamandu | East | 2.85 km |
| Madiyaguradiya | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Mankundi | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Semlibuzurg | West | 3.13 km |
| Merukhedi | East | 3.41 km |
| Haidarpur | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Ramalkhedi | South | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deogarh
Deogarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatpiplya to Deogarh is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Deogarh is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deogarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deogarh
Where is Deogarh located?
Deogarh village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogarh?
Deogarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deogarh?
The pincode of Deogarh is 455223.
What is the population of Deogarh?
Deogarh had a total population of 3,608, including 1,841 males and 1,767 females.
How many households are there in Deogarh?
Deogarh had 760 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deogarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogarh was 67.61%. Male literacy was 79.27% and female literacy was 55.66%.